Cenostigma pyramidale - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyramidale
ID:
1334301
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tul.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys71: 93 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346755
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Cenostigma pyramidale (also called Pyramidal cenostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. This plant is found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cenostigma pyramidale is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cenostigma pyramidale var. pyramidaleFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cenostigma pyramidale has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are held on tall stems and bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black and held in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Cenostigma pyramidale can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Cenostigma pyramidale
Cenostigma pyramidale is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Cenostigma pyramidale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cenostigma pyramidale?
Cenostigma pyramidale
What is the common name of Cenostigma pyramidale?
Pyramid Cenostigma
What is the natural habitat of Cenostigma pyramidale?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests in Brazil
Species in the Cenostigma genus
Cenostigma tocantinum, Cenostigma macrophyllum, Cenostigma bracteosum, Cenostigma eriostachys, Cenostigma gaumeri, Cenostigma laxiflorum, Cenostigma marginatum, Cenostigma myabense, Cenostigma pellucidum, Cenostigma pluviosum, Cenostigma pinnatum, Cenostigma pyramidale, Cenostigma nordestinum, Cenostigma microphyllum, Cenostigma diversifolium,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158099-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cenostigma pyramidale (Tul.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.